Benefits of Invisalign
Invisalign is one of the most talked-about innovations in cosmetic dentistry because it is such a huge departure from traditional orthodontics. Invisalign treatment:
- Is practically invisible—no metal brackets or wires
- More comfortable—won’t irritate cheeks or tongue
- Fully removable
- No diet restrictions
- No special cleaning techniques or tools
- Takes about as much time as traditional orthodontics
All of these benefits come from the clear plastic aligners that simply fit over your teeth. There’s no wires or brackets—the aligners are almost invisible. With no metal wires and brackets, you won’t end up with sharp ends and irritating wires.
The Invisalign aligners are also fully removable. You can take them out whenever you want to eat something, so you can keep enjoying all your favorite foods. And because you can remove your aligners, you don’t have to worry about brushing and flossing around the metal brackets or wires.
How Invisalign Works
In basic principle, Invisalign works the same as other orthodontic treatments. When we apply constant pressure to your teeth, your body remolds the bone around it. It removes bone on one side and builds it up on the other. This process takes time, which is why Invisalign and other orthodontic treatments take about the same amount of time: they’re limited by your body’s ability to refashion bones.
But where traditional braces apply this force with wires and brackets on your teeth, Invisalign uses clear plastic aligners that are designed in a precise sequence so that, after wearing each one for about two weeks, you will end up with a straight smile.
At your initial appointment, we will use iTero digital imaging to get an impression of your teeth as they currently are. Then we will design how we want your smile to look at the end of treatment. We send the initial impression and the goal to Invisalign, and their computers calculate the precise movements of each tooth necessary to achieve your desired smile. This set of movements is then broken down into tiny pieces, each one controlled by a single aligner tray.
Then Invisalign will send us your sequence of aligners. We will call you into our Rochester, NY, office to have the first one fitted. It will likely be uncomfortable and tight, but no worse than traditional braces. After two weeks you will come back to get fitted with your second tray. After a little while, we will start sending multiple aligners home with you at once. You can’t speed up the process by trying to skip some of the trays, nor can you try to wear each tray for less than the recommended time. If you do, then you’ll just end up with poor results. You also need to make sure you wear each aligner for 20 hours a day. Take it out only for eating and cleaning your teeth.
If Invisalign sounds like the right orthodontic option for you, please call (585) 244-3337 or email us for an appointment with a Rochester cosmetic dentist at Contemporary Dentistry.
Is Invisalign Right For You?
The only way to know if Invisalign is right for you is to schedule a consultation and exam with our local Invisalign dentists. During your consultation, you’ll find out if you can have a short Invisalign treatment and how much Invisalign costs if you’ve already had braces. Don’t worry about being too old or young, there is no Invisalign age limit! It’s for anyone in Rochester who wants to straighten their smile without wires and brackets.
Contact our local Invisalign dentists by calling (585) 244-3337 or making an appointment online. If you’re looking for an orthodontist near Gates, NY, Rochester, and the surrounding areas, Contemporary Dentistry is for you. Our office is conveniently located on S. Clinton Ave near the Brighton Town Park and Clinton Crossing Medical Center.
Meet Our Dentists
At Contemporary Dentistry in the Brighton area of Rochester, NY, we have four dentists united by a shared passion for quality, compassionate dental care. Our dentists have studied multiple orthodontic approaches, so they can match you to the orthodontic treatment that is best for you. We will perform a comprehensive Invisalign exam and make sure that Invisalign will give you the results you’re looking for.
Originally hailing from the hustle of Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Arlene Messer and Harold relocated to the Rochester area to raise their family. The Messer’s settled down and discovered opportunities to start a business in a mid-sized city.
Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, Dr. Belous relocated to the Rochester area in her late teens. Despite the language barrier, she got through college, began her dental studies, and excelled! She and her husband stayed in the area and have raised their two sons here.
Dr. Calcagno is a lifelong Rochester resident from a family tradition of dental excellence along Elmwood Ave. His father owned a dental laboratory, and other family members still operate a successful dental laboratory. His roots in the community are strong.
With a background in New York, Dr. Palacio settled in Rochester to start her family. Joining the Contemporary Dentistry team has been a sweet “full circle” because when Dr. P was younger, she worked as a dental assistant for….Dr. Calcagno!
Dr. Messer is an LVI Fellow, and Dr. Anna Belous is LVI-trained. All our dentists are experienced in Invisalign as well as other cosmetic dentistry procedures. They are dedicated to matching every patient with the optimal treatment to ensure optimal results.
Invisalign in Rochester FAQ
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